Museums · North East England
The Black Gate
In or near Newcastle upon Tyne.
The Black Gate — a museum in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Jeremy Bolwell — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Newcastle · 0.4 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
The Black Gate is a museum located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Newcastle Castle is a historic fortress that has stood for nearly 2000 years, originally serving as a Roman fort. Visitors can explore its ancient passageways, chambers, and enjoy panoramic views from the roof. The site includes two buildings, the Castle Keep and the Black Gate, each with its own unique history.
Place summary
The Black Gate is a museum located in the Scottish Lowlands, postcode NE1. It is notable for its historical significance and is part of the city's medieval fortifications. The structure exemplifies the architectural style of its era and contributes to the region's heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 54.9693, -1.6108
- District
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Parish
- Newcastle upon Tyne, unparished area
- Postcode
- NE1 1RQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West
- Phone
- +44 191 230 6300
- Nearest railway station
- Newcastle — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays November–March
- Official site
- www.newcastlecastle.co.uk
Sources
- osm: way/91964592 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Black Gate?
- The Black Gate is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE1 1RQ), in the parish of Newcastle upon Tyne, unparished area.
- What is The Black Gate?
- The Black Gate — a museum in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Black Gate?
- The nearest railway station is Newcastle, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE1 1RQ.
- Is The Black Gate free to visit?
- Yes, The Black Gate is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Black Gate?
- The nearest railway station is Newcastle, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE1 1RQ.